Category: Science and Technology Current Affairs

Guillain-Barré Syndrome : Peru Has Declared a State Of National Emergency Peru has declared a state of national emergency amid a surge in patient suffering from Guillain-Barré syndrome. Guillain-Barre syndrome is a rare autoimmune disorder where the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the peripheral nerves. It is more common in adults and males, but it […]

First Live Culture Of Candida Auris: Scientists from Delhi University and McMaster University in Canada have made a significant discovery by isolating and studying the first live culture of Candida auris from the ear canals of stray dogs in Delhi. Candida auris is a multi-drug resistant fungus that is capable of causing invasive infections in […]

PBW RS1 : New Variety Of Wheat The Ludhiana-based institution has developed a new variety of wheat called PBW RS1. PBW RS1 contains high amylose starch content. Resistant starch (RS) won’t cause an immediate and rapid rise in glucose levels. The high amylose and resistant starch, instead, ensure that glucose is released more slowly into […]

Majorana Zero Modes : Quantum Computing Researchers at Microsoft have announced a breakthrough in creating Majorana zero modes, a type of particle that could greatly advance quantum computing. Majorana zero modes are unique particles that could make quantum computers less fragile and more computationally powerful. The particles, also known as Majorana fermions, were first proposed […]

Geocoding : Functionality Live For All States And Union Territories The Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) made the geocoding functionality live for all states and union territories. There are concerns over fake registrations and fraudulent availment of input tax credit under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime. Geocoding converts an address or description […]

Enteroviruses : Rising Incidence The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned against the rising incidence of enterovirus infections in a few countries across Europe. Enterovirruse are a group of viruses that can cause various infectious illnesses and are responsible for annual epidemics. There are many kinds of enteroviruses, including coxsackieviruses, echoviruses, polioviruses, and the hepatitis […]

Whole-Genome Sequencing : In Newborns The use of rapid whole-genome sequencing (WGS) in newborns, including healthy newborns, has emerged as a revolutionary approach to diagnose and treat genetic diseases. By providing a comprehensive view of an infant’s genetic makeup, this technology enables healthcare workers to make fast and effective diagnoses, leading to improved outcomes and […]

Threads App : Meta Meta, formerly known as Facebook, has recently developed a new app called Threads to compete with Twitter. The launch of the app in the European Union (EU) has been postponed due to regulatory concerns. Meta’s Threads app, designed to provide a platform for discussions and community engagement. It is currently not […]

China’s OpenKylin : Open-Source Desktop Operating System China recently released its first open-source desktop operating system, named OpenKylin. OpenKylin is China’s first open-source desktop operating system (OS). It is a Linux-based operating system built by a community of about 4,000 developers. OpenKylin users have access to the software’s lines of code and can modify them […]